“this is what make us a shop, not a store”
We are a full service repair shop.
At Continuum we have a huge range of knowledge and expertise working with a wide range of different types of bicycles. Not to mention historical knowledge. Knowing what is period correct for example, is particularly important for restoration work. With cycling technology changing ever so rapidly, it takes a repair shop that has an abundance of hands on experience working with all different types of bicycles and components . Our breath of knowledge needs to be as varied as the selection of bikes in our retail shop. On any given day, you can find a range of bicycles for sale that would be unusual for most shops. We stock bikes that use the newest technology, but feel just as comfortable rebuilding a two speed kick back hub. Knowing what works with what, being able to adapt, as well as knowing when to step back and admit when you are not sure. In all professions you need time to think about the problem and even consult with another professional. Sometimes even go back to the text books to be sure. Then return to the problem, address the issue at hand, and deal with it with confidence. This is part of what makes mechanics great mechanics. Also being able to explain to customers in a way that is professional and easy to understand, even if you do not know a lot about bikes is just as important to us as doing a five star quality repair on their bicycle.
One great thing about this shop is that you could walk in and see in one stand, a mechanic repairing a Full Carbon, Modern bike, and in another stand, a 1970′s Schwinn 3 speed. We just love bikes, and knowing how to work on all bicycles is extremely important to us.
Photo’s by: Fred Askew / John Prolly / Wilis Johnson